Residential Landscaping

Why Weeds Grow Where They Do

By |2022-05-03T21:11:49-07:00May 3rd, 2022|Categories: Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , , |

Weeds are opportunistic plants that can grow in many places like from sidewalks, lawns, along expressways, and below the gutters. So what conditions favor the growth of weeds? And how can you keep them at bay? Well, read on to learn more.   Where Do Weeds Grow? Weeds require favorable temperatures and sufficient moisture levels [...]

What To Do When Grass Is Not Growing in a Shady Area

By |2022-04-11T20:16:23-07:00April 11th, 2022|Categories: Landscape Design, Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , , , |

Having a shady lawn around your home gives you a perfect spot to unwind during a hot summer. But in highly shady conditions, the grass underneath will have weak roots and stunted growth, leaving behind a patchy and thin grass cover. Luckily, you can apply organic material, aerate the soil, or plant shade-tolerant ground covers [...]

Good Tips For Spring Tree Care

By |2022-03-01T19:22:46-08:00March 1st, 2022|Categories: Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , |

With spring just about to set in, many homeowners will be looking for ways to care for their trees and ensure their lawns remain healthy and pristine during the warm months.  In this post, we share some useful tips on caring for your trees during the spring so that they are in good shape ahead [...]

How Rust Lawn Disease Comes About and How to Keep it From Spreading

By |2022-02-07T19:10:06-08:00February 7th, 2022|Categories: Commercial Landscaping, Residential Landscaping|Tags: , , |

Rust lawn disease is a common fungal disease that affects many turf-grass species. This typically happens in late summer, early fall, and during periods of dry weather. The disease causes the blades of grass to change color from green to orange-yellow, making them appear like they are coated with rust. Read on to learn how [...]

How to Take Care of Holiday Poinsettias

By |2022-01-19T21:06:28-08:00January 4th, 2022|Categories: Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , , |

Poinsettias are the highest selling flower in the U.S. with 34 million pieces sold every year for an estimated $144 million. To put things into perspective, the second most popular plant is Easter Lilies, whose turnover is around $22 million. The holiday seasons, especially the Christmas holidays, see the highest Poinsettia tips and it’s not [...]

Helpful Tips for Lawn Renovation

By |2021-12-14T19:30:09-08:00December 7th, 2021|Categories: Landscape Design, Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , |

Maintaining a lush, green lawn requires proactive maintenance and many property owners are increasingly realizing the importance of maintaining their lawns themselves. But although it saves you a lot of money in the long run, doing your own lawn care can be a daunting task if you are not well versed with weed control, watering [...]

How Are Cooler Temperatures Affecting Your Lawn?

By |2021-12-14T19:30:59-08:00November 2nd, 2021|Categories: Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , , |

In these times of changing weather patterns, it is quite common for overly warm spring seasons to be followed by winter-like temperatures, both of which affect plants in different ways. In particular, the warm temperatures of spring, which sometimes come early, nudge most plants, including turfgrasses, to start growing and greening. However, the increasingly cold [...]

Autumn Aeration and Seeding Tips

By |2021-12-14T19:31:39-08:00October 5th, 2021|Categories: Landscape Design, Residential Landscaping|Tags: , , , , |

We all want a bright green lawn, but after a harsh summer or winter, your turf is likely to be a little dull, thin, and patchy. Fortunately, fall is here and the cooler fall weather can create the most favorable conditions for your lawn. To revitalize your grass, consider aerating and overseeding or creating holes [...]

How to Get Your Shrubs and Trees Ready for the End of Summer

By |2021-12-14T19:47:43-08:00September 13th, 2021|Categories: Irrigation, Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , , |

As the summer season draws to a close, it is vital to prepare your shrubs for the fall temperatures. While the hot summer temperatures can benefit your trees and shrubs, prolonged exposure can also pose a threat to the health and performance of your plants. As such, you need to ramp up the maintenance and [...]

How to Repair Your Lawn After a Summer Drought

By |2021-12-14T19:48:26-08:00August 2nd, 2021|Categories: Irrigation, Residential Landscaping, Tips & Tricks|Tags: , , , , |

Every year, the summer comes with scorching heat and some rainfall. However, the showers that are experienced during this season normally don’t last long and the drought soon ensues. In extreme weather conditions such as these, maintaining a well-manicured lawn can undoubtedly be a complicated process. There are certain parts of the United States where [...]

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